Travel Physical Therapist (PT) in Fair Lawn, NJ

Job Title

Physical Therapist

Location

New Jersey

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Days | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive evaluations of assigned outpatient orthopedic patients and develop, implement, and modify individualized treatment plans based on patient needs, goals, and physician direction
• Conduct 60-minute evaluations and treatments, progressing patients toward discharge within an established length of stay
• Complete medical record documentation in a clear, concise, accurate, and timely manner including goal writing, functional quality indicator assessments, letters of medical necessity, and charge entry in compliance with state, federal, and intermediary guidelines
• Delegate and direct discipline-specific therapy services for assigned patients, ensuring care is provided under valid physician orders and within insurance approvals
• Participate in student programs as assigned, providing supervision, developing learning objectives, and completing student evaluations
• Adhere to safety protocols including safe patient handling, infection control, and workplace hazard reporting

Required Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Physical Therapist license in the state of New Jersey
• Compliance with all state-mandated continuing education requirements
• Ability to perform in accordance with discipline-specific state practice act and professional code of conduct
• Competency in clinical reasoning, treatment planning, and functional goal writing for outpatient orthopedic populations

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Prior experience in an outpatient orthopedic setting
• Experience supervising or mentoring Physical Therapy students
• Familiarity with performance improvement methodologies and quality initiatives

Why Join Us

• Work in a structured outpatient environment with dedicated evaluation and treatment time, supporting high-quality patient care
• Opportunity to pursue ongoing professional development through continuing education and involvement in professional organizations